Adopting a pet is a big responsibility that can’t be taken lightly. After all, it’s a living being with needs that must be met.
Currently, there are millions of dogs in the country. In fact, according to the 2015-2016 APPA National Pet Owners Survey, 65% of U.S. households own a pet. That equates to about 79.7 million homes. Most interactions between your dog and…
Currently, there’s a system with which dogs can be identified by their feces through genetic testing. More and more cities are opting to use this kind of system in order to try to put an end to the health hazard…
Everyone with a dog should be able to bring them along wherever they go. Of course, it would be great if the dog could just run free, unleashed. Unfortunately, there are many dog walking regulations nearly everywhere. It’s priceless to…
Many of us have found ourselves unable to resist stopping by a pet shop to see the puppies they sell. Aren’t they cute? A puppy, no matter what breed it is, is always fun to look at. The fact that…
Only those who’ve lost a dog know what it means to walk around looking desperately, going from door to door, placing posters (or sharing their photo on social media). A good solution would be using a microchip for dogs to…
Pet abandonment is, unfortunately, still an everyday issue, regardless of the time of year. However, the number of dogs and cats rescued by shelters is slowly beginning to decline according to some encouraging data. Pets abandonment any time of the…
Anyone that has a pet knows how hard it can be to go on vacation because you don’t know what to do with your furry friend. Yes, there are kennels, but your city might not have one, or it might…
There are so many stories doing the rounds about pets that were abandoned by their owners, and who were then given a second chance in a new home. This happens all over the world and, hopefully, they’ll serve as examples…
Have you ever stopped to think about whether or not you want your cat to reproduce? This is an important question to ask while your cat develops sexually, because birth control for cats is necessary, in order to prevent unforeseen…
You may have heard about insurance for dogs. However, you might think it’s only necessary if your dog is a potentially dangerous breed. It’s true that in such cases it’s an obligation to have them, but it doesn’t mean that…
Without bees, There Would Be No Life On Earth Most people don’t realize how important some animals are for our survival. Although you may not believe it, life would be nearly impossible without bees. This small insect, that a lot…
Every day there are more packs of strays dogs roaming the streets. It’s a growing problem that can be diminished by controlling the birth rate of dogs. This control begins with dog owners. Neutering your dog is a good way to…
Dog breeders have existed all over the world throughout history. Due to the fact that everyone thinks adoption is usually the best way, today we’re going to talk a little bit about what makes a breeder reputable.
People who actively collaborate in the rescue and care of abandoned or mistreated pets use lots of methods to help out with animal welfare organizations’ expenses. Some of these animal lovers combine this objective with another important goal: caring for the environment…
Sadly, the abandonment of pets is common in countries all around the world. It is the result of adopting animals on a whim, the economic crisis, the cruelty of some breeders, and old age along with the illness of old…
Here on the My Animals blog, we’ve talked a few times already about PetFriendly. This is a technique that companies are trying to help their workers reduce stress, and be more efficient. But what exactly is this strange new practice…
